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The more money the car soaks up only makes me realise how much MORE money it's going to take!! These cars are huge money pits.

They really are! With almost NO aftermarket parts, you need a couple cars usually to finish 1 car! I feel like doing the work myself, the cost isn't too astronomical. I feel really bad for anyone who is building one and getting a shop to do the work... OUCH!!

Chrissy, just my personal opinion for that bodywork...
Since the metal is stretched, I'd be wanting to take it to the pros for that. They can do a great job. Unless you're already a pro at auto body.

Me, I am not. Good at sanding/priming, but not reshaping metal.

Thanks for the advice Jackie. I know that is what I should do, just can't bring my self to letting someone else work on her. I am having fun watching you bring your car to life. Keep up the good work. I will share this with you now.

Sometimes a bondo reprofiling is the only option. How many times have we watched Foose's guys on TV slather an inch of bondo on the flank of a car to get the profile right?

Shrinking and stretching metal is a skill that is well beyond me - it can often become more of a mess for unskilled hammer work and you will end up chasing a ripple right across the panel.

You can only work within your means and skills Chrissy. Whatever you do, it will end up looking fine.

Billy I never seen this Foose guy. So if I want to be a pro....I just needs a few gallons of bondo? WOW who knew??

I have worked with the dollys and hammers a lot and can get them to do what I want but never shrunk any thing. One of the problems is I can not reach both sides of the fender at the same time . It is in the trunk and rear quarter.....my arms are to short.
Next time you stop by it would be wonderful if you could help me.

Thanks John. I know it will help make my work better. But I swear it didn't look that big in the picture. I just wanted a two stage.. This thinf is five hunderd pounds. Took me and two big men to get it in the shed. The water seperater comes this week and I get to try her out.

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